This article first appeared in Transport 360 magazine.
Although the pandemic has meant passengers are staying home, the retail supply chain has massively increased its utilisation of rail cargo.
To handle this growth and deal with the challenges of attracting passengers back to rail transport, train operating companies are increasingly adopting IoT systems and applications. To achieve this, they’ll need to automate and add industrial computers, sensors, monitors and gateways to gain visibility into passenger flows, offer improved experiences and run their trains to ensure passenger safety and minimised environmental impact.
July 5, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
Electrocomponents plc, a global omni-channel provider of product and service solutions, reports that Project nautilUS has entered the validation phase of its inspection robotic platform. This has been developed for non-destructive testing (NDT) on storage tanks used in the petrochemical industry. (more…)
June 29, 2021
Posted by: Anasia D'mello
Nokia announced that with solution integrator, Beaqon Pte Ltd, it will deploy Nokia´s passive optical local area network (POL) solution at Changi Airport, Singapore. The new network will support existing operations and enable new services to advance Changi Airport’s digital transformation. (more…)
June 28, 2021
Posted by: Anasia D'mello
HERE Technologies, the location data and technology platform, reports that Hawa Dawa, a Munich-based company specialising in air quality management, has made real-time pollutant data available via an API on the HERE Marketplace. (more…)
June 25, 2021
Posted by: Anasia D'mello
SIMCom, the designer and manufacturer of Machine-to-Machine (M2M) wireless modules and solutions, announced that the SIMCom NB-IoT SIM7070 module measuring only 24 mm x 24 mm can now be equipped with a compact eSIM security controller from Infineon powered by GSMA-compliant remote SIM management software provided by Kigen (UK) Ltd. The security controller comes in the smallest SMD package, significantly smaller than the standard currently established. (more…)
June 23, 2021
Posted by: Anasia D'mello
(Sponsored News) June 16, 2021 – Chainway, a long-term Impinj Gold partner, has been working very closely with Impinj to design and develop a wide range of high-performance RFID modules and devices. Recently, Impinj, a leading provider and pioneer of RAIN RFID solutions, officially announced its next generation of RAIN RFID reader chips.
In the following months, Chainway will unveil the next generation of RFID modules and readers, as well as some new RFID-related products, all powered by Impinj E710, E510, E310 RAIN RFID chips.
The first upcoming upgraded and new products are：
C72 Handheld RFID Reader will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway C72 is an Android rugged RFID reader that boasts best-in-class UHF RFID capability. Built with an embedded Impinj RAIN RFID reader chip, it enables more than 15m of read distance outdoors. The RFID reader features optional barcode scanning, Octa-Core processor and 8000mAh powerful battery to perfectly meet demands in intensive applications, especially in asset management, retail, warehousing, apparel inventory, expressway toll, fleet management, finance, etc.
MR20 Wearable RFID Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway MR20 is our refined and new generation of wearable Bluetooth UHF reader. Being a compact and portable device, it can be operated together with gloves, wristbands, or lanyards and make your work much more flexible and convenient. With a built-in UHF module, Chainway MR20 possesses a powerful data-collection and transmission function via a simple Bluetooth connection with Android or iOS devices.
C66 Handheld RFID Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway C66 UHF is a well-built handheld terminal with large-screen-display. Self- developed UHF module integrated with Impinj RFID chip enables the C66 UHF to offer outstanding sensitivity and stability. Built with Android 9.0 and Qualcomm Octa-core processor, it features remarkable configurations and accessories. Besides, it can be equipped optionally with a barcode-data-collection engine as well. All these features make the device perfectly suitable to be adopted in industries like Logistics & Express, Warehouse, Retail & Asset management to assist the customers.
C61 Handheld RFID Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway C61 UHF is a high-class handheld terminal. Featured with a self-developed UHF module integrated with Impinj RFID chip, it possesses ultra-long distance/ultra-large-scale/bulk-tags reading ability with accuracy, stability, and speed. Built with Android 9.0 and Qualcomm Octa-core processor, C61 offers abundant options include three different keypad versions (27/37/47 keys), a detachable 6700mAh battery supporting quick-charge, and optional 5200mAh battery for pistol grip, etc. This device can be easily implemented in various industries like logistics, manufacturing, retailing, etc.
R5 Wearable RFID Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway R5 is a lightweight wearable UHF reader. Equipped with an embedded Impinj RAIN RFID chip, it enables read distance of over 9m. It allows user information interaction via Bluetooth coordinated with APP or SDK. And it also can be paired with Android/IOS device to expand RFID capability. This RFID reader can be suitable for warehousing, power inspection, asset management, retail, etc., which provides users with more flexibility to efficiently finish their tasks at hand.
R6 RFID Sled Reader (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway R6 is specially designed for a complete one-piece solution with smart phone/PDA. Paired with Android/IOS-based smart phone and terminal, it can be easily transformed into a professional data collection device. Built with Impinj RAIN RFID chip, it features powerful UHF reading and writing that enables read distance of over 10m outdoors. The RFID reader is comfortable in hand, easily detached, and can fulfill tasks in power patrol inspection, apparel cycle-counting, warehousing, asset management, fleet management, finance, etc.
CPR30 RFID Printer (will be powered by Impinj E710)
Chainway CPR30 RFID printer is compact, simple to operate, stable and durable. It provides both thermal transfer and direct thermal modes, and supports the printing of barcodes, RFID labels, receipts, wristbands, etc., which fully meets the requirements of a wide range of industries.
June 21, 2021
Posted by: IoT global network
TomTom GO Discover, developed by TomTom, the location technology company, is one of the quick and powerful satnavs on the market today. The satnav with its 5, 6, and 7-inch display leverages the AIROC CYW43455 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth combo chip from Infineon Technologies AG. (more…)
Posted by: Anasia D'mello
Pervasive Displays, specialist in the development and supply of e-paper displays (EPDs), has further expanded the range of potential use cases that its products can support through introduction of the new Armor offering. EPDs based on the company’s Armor technology will achieve greater mechanical robustness and improved sunlight readability characteristics. This means they will be optimised for deployment in more challenging semi-outdoor environments –with units capable of prolonged operation, while still delivering image quality. (more…)
June 17, 2021
Posted by: Anasia D'mello
Expleo announces a global partnership with US-based AI start-up, DataWhys. The collaboration will combine the power of DataWhys’ easy-to-use AI and rule discovery platform with Expleo’s deep expertise across multiple industries to help businesses improve operational efficiencies as they digitalise their operations. (more…)
June 16, 2021
Posted by: Anasia D'mello
According to a new research report from the IoT analyst firm, Berg Insight, the installed base of urban air quality monitoring devices reached 73,000 units in 2020 and will grow at a CAGR of 34% to reach 315,000 units in 2025. (more…)
June 9, 2021
Posted by: Anasia D'mello